2019 Stories and Features
Renowned Scholar Dr. Michael Licona Coming to Campus for Christian Worldview Lectures Jan. 13-14
December 19, 2019
Dr. Michael Licona, associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University, will deliver a series of lectures on Christian worldview during OBU’s January term. These lectures will follow along with the course of the Christian…
OBU to Present Mozart’s Opera ‘The Magic Flute’ Jan. 30-31
December 18, 2019
OBU’s Warren M. Angell College of Fine Arts will present Opera on the Hill featuring Mozart’s “The Magic Flute.” The production will take place Jan. 30 and 31, 2020, in Yarborough Auditorium on…
OBU Honors 110 Graduates During Winter Commencement Dec. 13
December 13, 2019
OBU conferred degrees upon 72 undergraduate and 38 graduate students during the Winter Commencement ceremony Friday, Dec. 13. The ceremony took place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. Dr. Heath Thomas, president-elect of OBU and…
Tickets Now on Sale to Hear Henry Winkler at 2020 Green and Gold Gala
December 13, 2019
Henry Winkler, Emmy-winning actor, director, producer and New York Times best-selling author, will be the keynote speaker at OBU’s annual Green and Gold Gala. The event will take place on March 3, 2020, at the Bricktown Events Center…
OBU to Honor 110 Graduates During Winter Commencement Dec. 13
December 12, 2019
OBU will confer degrees upon 72 undergraduate students and 38 graduate students during the Winter Commencement ceremony Friday, Dec. 13. The ceremony will take place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium at 2 p.m. Dr. Heath Thomas,…
OBU to Host Youth Apologetics "Generation Why?" One Day Conference March 7, 2020
December 12, 2019
OBU is hosting a youth apologetics conference Saturday, March 7, 2020, on its main campus in Shawnee. The conference is titled “Generation ‘Why?’ – Reasonable Faith in a Post-Christian Age,” and…
Hobby Lobby and Green Family Donate Campus to OBU
December 11, 2019
Hobby Lobby and the Green Family formally announced their donation of the former St. Gregory’s University campus to Oklahoma Baptist University during a special event Wednesday, Dec. 11. The event took place at the Rockwood Center on…
University Celebrates Annual Hanging of the Green Dec. 7
December 10, 2019
OBU hosted the 82nd annual Hanging of the Green Saturday, Dec. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. The program featured performances of holiday music by a wide variety of musical groups, as well as special recognition…
Hobby Lobby and Green Family to Announce Donation of Former SGU Campus
December 6, 2019
Hobby Lobby and the Green Family will formally announce their donation of the former St. Gregory’s University campus to Oklahoma Baptist University during a special event Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 10 a.m. The event will take place at the…
University to Host Final Philosophy Forum of Fall Semester Dec. 6
December 6, 2019
The final Philosophy Forum of the fall 2019 semester will be held Friday, Dec. 6, at 4 p.m., in the Tulsa Royalties Auditorium in Bailey Business Center. The forum will feature a mock debate on the question: “Does God…
University to Celebrate Christmas, Outstanding Seniors During Hanging of the Green Dec. 7
December 5, 2019
OBU will host the 82nd annual Hanging of the Green Saturday, Dec. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. The program features performances of holiday music by a wide variety of musical groups, as well as special…
OBU Celebrates the Season with Annual Christmas Chapel Dec. 4
December 4, 2019
OBU students, faculty and staff celebrated the season together during the campus’s annual Christmas Chapel Dec. 4. Dr. Dan Reeder, Albert J. Geiger Professor of Finance, assumed his perennial role as the master of ceremonies. This…
Dr. Heath Thomas, OBU President-Elect, to Speak at Winter Commencement Dec. 13
November 22, 2019
Dr. Heath Thomas, OBU’s president-elect, will deliver the address during the University’s Winter Commencement ceremony Friday, Dec. 13. The commencement will take place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium at 2…
OBU Teacher Ed Majors Host Christmas-Themed STEM Day for Local 4th Graders
November 22, 2019
Teacher education students at OBU who are part of this semester’s science and math methods course hosted a special Christmas-themed STEM day Nov. 21 for local students. The STEM day (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)…
CAB to Host ‘Kerr Christmas’ Variety Show Dec. 2
November 21, 2019
OBU’s Campus Activities Board will host its annual “Kerr Christmas” variety show Monday, Dec. 2, at 8 p.m. The show will take place in Kerr Residence Center on the OBU campus in Shawnee. The show is open to all…
OBU Music Prep to Host Christmas Choir Concert and Student Recitals Dec. 8, 14
November 21, 2019
The OBU Music Preparatory Department will host a Christmas choir concert Sunday, Dec. 8, at 3 p.m. The concert will take place in Raley Chapel’s Yarborough Auditorium. The performance will feature the Shawnee Honor Choir as well as…
Jeremy and Caleb Freeman Deliver Inspirational Chapel Message Nov. 20
November 20, 2019
Jeremy Freeman and his son, Caleb, delivered the OBU chapel message Wednesday, Nov. 20, in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. The Freemans shared Caleb’s story and how God miraculously healed him following a tragic car…
OBU Commissions Students for 2020 Global Service During Nov. 15 Chapel
November 19, 2019
OBU recently hosted its Global Outreach Commissioning service Friday, Nov. 15, in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. The University recognized students, faculty and staff who will be serving others across the world and throughout the…
Symphonic Winds and Bison Jazz Orchestra to Host Free Concert Nov. 21
November 19, 2019
The OBU Symphonic Winds and Bison Jazz Orchestra will host a free concert in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium Nov. 21. The performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. and the community is invited. Under the direction of Dr. Justin…
OBU Presents JM Carrol Award to Dr. Alton Fannin at BGCO Annual Meeting
November 15, 2019
During the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma’s annual meeting Nov. 12, OBU presented the J.M. Carroll Award to Dr. Alton Fannin, pastor of First Baptist Church in Ardmore, Oklahoma. The event took place at Quail Springs Baptist…
Debate Team Continues Success with Top Finishes at LSU Tournament
November 13, 2019
The OBU debate team continued their winning ways at their third tournament of the semester Nov. 1-3 in Louisiana. The Red River Swing tournament was hosted by Louisiana Tech University and Louisiana State University in Shreveport. The…
Evangelist and Pastor Warren “Jr.” Pratt Delivers Chapel Message Nov. 13
November 13, 2019
Warren “Jr.” Pratt spoke during OBU’s chapel service Wednesday, Nov. 13, in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. Pratt is the pastor of Cushing Indian Baptist Church in Cushing, Oklahoma. Pratt is a full…
OBU Alumnus and Former Harvard Professor Dr. Russell “Rusty” Jones to Speak at Philosophy Forum Nov. 15
November 12, 2019
Dr. Russell “Rusty” Jones, 2004 OBU graduate, is returning to Bison Hill to speak at the next Philosophy Forum Friday, Nov. 15. The Forum will take place in the Tulsa Royalties Auditorium in the Bailey Business Center on…
OBU Confers Honorary Doctorate Upon Garland During FBC BA Celebration Nov. 10
November 12, 2019
Oklahoma Baptist University conferred an honorary Doctor of Ministry upon Nick Garland during a special service Sunday, Nov. 10, at First Baptist Church in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. The service was a celebration of Garland’s 33 years as…
OBU Board of Trustees Elects New President, Approves Staff Council During Nov. 8 Meeting
November 11, 2019
The Oklahoma Baptist University Board of Trustees elected a new OBU president, approved a new staff council, approved new faculty contracts and elected new officers during their fall semester meeting on the OBU campus in Shawnee Nov. 8. Dr.…
OBU Selects Heath Thomas as University’s 16th President
November 8, 2019
The Oklahoma Baptist University Board of Trustees voted Friday, Nov. 8, to select Dr. Heath Thomas as the University’s 16th president during its fall meeting on the OBU campus in Shawnee. Thomas currently serves at OBU as the dean of…
Local Kids Enjoy a Special Musical Treat with Free OBU Concert Oct. 31
November 7, 2019
The Music Preparatory Department at OBU hosted a free concert for children Thursday morning, Oct. 31, in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. More than 275 fourth and fifth grade students attended the event along with others from the…
Keahbone, Senior Pastor of Cherokee Hills, Delivers Chapel Message Nov. 6
November 6, 2019
Mike Keahbone, senior pastor of Cherokee Hills Baptist Church in Oklahoma City, spoke during OBU chapel Wednesday, Nov. 6. The service was held in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium on OBU’s campus in Shawnee. Keahbone is a…
Mike Keahbone to Speak Nov. 6 During OBU Chapel Service
November 5, 2019
Mike Keahbone, senior pastor of Cherokee Hills Baptist Church in Oklahoma City, will speak during OBU chapel service Wednesday, Nov. 6. He is a well-known pastor and speaker, having spoken at Falls Creek and many other venues. Keahbone grew up…
Angell College of Fine Arts to Host Fall Choral Concert Nov. 5
November 4, 2019
The Warren M. Angell College of Fine Arts Division of Music at OBU will present their Fall Choral Concert Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 7:30 p.m. in Yarborough Auditorium in Raley Chapel. The concert is free and will showcase many of the fine arts…
MidFirst Bank Executive Shares Experiences with Students During Business Forum
November 4, 2019
Stephen Ellis, executive vice president and director of personal banking at MidFirst Bank, was the featured speaker during OBU’s Business Forum Monday, Nov. 4. The event was hosted by the Paul Dickinson College of Business and took…
Teacher Education Majors Inspire Local Fifth Graders at “Real-Life Heroes” Interactive Museum
November 4, 2019
Teacher education students at OBU hosted an interactive social studies museum for local fifth-grade students Wednesday, Oct. 30, on OBU’s campus in Shawnee. This semester’s theme was, “Real-Life Heroes: A Study of…
MidFirst Bank EVP Ellis to Speak at OBU Business Forum Nov. 4
November 1, 2019
Stephen Ellis, executive vice president and director of personal banking at MidFirst Bank, will be the featured speaker during OBU’s business forum Monday, Nov. 4. The event is hosted by the Paul Dickinson College of Business and will…
Prospective Students Find Wonderful Experience Visiting OBU Campus
October 31, 2019
When prospective students visit Oklahoma Baptist University, they can always expect to be greeted with a friendly smile and have the chance to speak one-on-one with an admissions counselor, as well as to tour the University’s…
Christian Writer Sanders Delivers OBU Chapel Message Oct. 30
October 30, 2019
Angela Sanders, Christian writer, speaker and curriculum developer, delivered OBU’s chapel message Oct. 30. Her message was from Ephesians 4:32. Sanders focused on this particular verse in Paul’s letter to the church at…
Bebbington to Speak Nov. 1 on History of Baptists and Seminoles in Indian Territory
October 29, 2019
Dr. David Bebbington will return to Bison Hill Friday, Nov. 1, to deliver a lecture on Baptists and Seminoles in Indian territory in the 1840’s to 1907. The lecture will take place in the Tulsa Royalties Auditorium inside Bailey…
Christian Writer Angela Sanders to Deliver Chapel Message Oct. 30
October 29, 2019
Angela Sanders, Christian writer, speaker and curriculum developer, will deliver OBU’s chapel message Wednesday, Oct. 30. Sanders is a Christian curriculum developer, writer, blogger and Bible communicator with a knack for…
Tickets Available for Remaining Pirates of Penzance Performances Oct. 31-Nov. 3
October 29, 2019
It’s not too late to catch a swashbuckling, breathtaking performance of OBU’s theatre’s, “The Pirates of Penzance.” Four shows remain, with performances Oct. 31-Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 3 at…
It’s Time to Complete the FAFSA and See How Affordable an OBU Education Can Be
October 28, 2019
Every fall on Oct. 1, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens for students to complete as they prepare for next year’s college courses. The FAFSA is for all students to complete, not just those seeking federal…
OBU’s Music Prep Department to Host Free Children’s Concert Oct. 31, Public Invited
October 28, 2019
The Music Preparatory Department at OBU is hosting a free concert for children Thursday morning, Oct. 31, at 10 a.m. The concert is open to the public and all are invited. The concert is geared toward kids in the fourth and fifth grades, but…
Harvest Court Winners Announced During OBU's Homecoming Football Game
October 26, 2019
OBU announced the 2019 Harvest Court during halftime of its homecoming football game against Arkansas-Monticello Oct. 26. The outstanding seniors were selected by a vote of the student body held earlier this week. Seniors were nominated by…
OBU Honors Outstanding Alumni During Homecoming Harvest Dinner
October 26, 2019
OBU honored nine outstanding alumni during the annual Harvest Dinner Friday, Oct. 25. The event took place as part of the University’s Homecoming weekend festivities. The Harvest Dinner is a time-honored tradition on Bison Hill, where…
Dr. Alan Noble Shares Chapel Message on Living Despite Suffering
October 24, 2019
Dr. Alan Noble, assistant professor of English, delivered the chapel message Wednesday, Oct. 23, at OBU. He discussed mental health, suffering and the human condition, and encouraged students to seek help, through therapy and doctors as well as…
OBU Student Government to Host Second Annual Homecoming Parade Oct. 26
October 24, 2019
OBU’s Student Government Association will host their second annual homecoming parade on campus Saturday, Oct. 26. This is the second year SGA has hosted this event after bringing the tradition back to Bison Hill last fall. The parade…
OBU to Host Annual Homecoming Fine Arts Showcase Oct. 25
October 24, 2019
OBU’s Warren M. Angell College of Fine Arts will host its annual Fine Arts Showcase Friday, Oct. 25, at 8 p.m. The event will take place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. All areas of the College of Fine Arts will be…
OBU Announces 2019 Harvest Court Candidates
October 23, 2019
OBU recently announced candidates for its 2019 Harvest Court. These outstanding seniors will be honored during the annual Harvest Court ceremony Saturday, Oct. 26, during halftime of the Bison football game against Arkansas-Monticello. The game…
Dr. Alan Noble to Speak at Chapel Oct. 23
October 22, 2019
OBU’s own Dr. Alan Noble will speak during Wednesday chapel service Oct. 23. Noble serves as assistant professor of English at the University. He has been teaching composition and literature for more than a decade. Before joining the…
Art Professor Julie Marks Blackstone Selected for Rosenzweig Exhibition and FiberWorks 2019
October 16, 2019
Assistant Professor of Art Julie Blackstone was recently invited to present her artwork in two prestigious shows. Her embroidery piece “Knotty Girl XI: Empress Wu” is on display as part of the 2019 Irene Rosenzweig Biennial…
Wilson Delivers OBU Chapel Message Oct. 16
October 16, 2019
Will Wilson, pastor of New Hope Baptist Church in Bethel, Oklahoma, delivered OBU’s chapel message Wednesday, Oct. 16, in Raley Chapel. Wilson taught on the life of Samson from Judges 16. Wilson reminded students and faculty that…
OBU Invites all Alumni and Friends to Bison Hill for Homecoming Oct. 25-27
October 11, 2019
OBU will soon host its annual homecoming celebration on its Shawnee campus, running Friday, Oct. 25, through Sunday, Oct. 27. There will be fun for everyone, including a football game, parade, concerts, theatre performances and much…
Anderson to Discuss “The Argument for God From Evil” at Philosophy Forum Oct. 11
October 10, 2019
Dr. Tawa Anderson, associate professor of philosophy, will deliver the philosophy forum on Friday, Oct. 11. It will be held from 4-5:15 p.m. in the Tulsa Royalties Auditorium in Bailey Business Center. The lecture is titled “Whose…
OBU Theatre Presents The Pirates of Penzance Oct. 24-Nov. 3
October 10, 2019
OBU Theatre and the Division of Music are proud to present W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan’s “The Pirates of Penzance.” The show opens Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Craig-Dorland Theatre in Shawnee Hall on the OBU…
Eccher Delivers Hobbs Lecture on “Sola Scriptura and the Reformation” Oct. 9
October 9, 2019
Dr. Stephen Eccher delivered the Hobbs Lecture at OBU Wednesday, Oct. 9. The lecture took place during OBU’s Wednesday chapel hour at 10 a.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. Eccher is the assistant professor of church…
OBU Alumnus Cooper to Discuss His Work on NASA Moon Missions Oct. 14
October 9, 2019
OBU’s Hurley College of Science and Mathematics will welcome Don Cooper, OBU class of 1960, to campus for two lectures Monday, Oct. 14. The first general lecture, “Apollo: How We Went to the Moon,” will be held at…
Campus Activities Board to Host ‘Freshman Follies’ Oct. 12
October 8, 2019
OBU’s Campus Activities Board will host Freshman Follies Saturday, Oct. 12, at 8 p.m. The show will take place inside Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. The theme for the show is, “Clueless,” and it will…
Eccher to Deliver Annual Hobbs Lecture at OBU Oct. 9
October 8, 2019
Dr. Stephen Eccher, assistant professor of church history and Reformation studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina, will deliver the annual Hobbs Lecture during OBU’s chapel service…
Jeff and Kathy Madison, Chick-fil-A Owner/Operators, to Deliver Minter Lecture Oct. 7
October 2, 2019
Jeff and Kathy Madison will deliver the 2019 Minter Lecture Monday, Oct. 7, in the Tulsa Royalties Auditorium of OBU’s Bailey Business Center. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The title of the Madisons’…
Van Neste Speaks During Oct. 2 Chapel Service on Bison Hill
October 2, 2019
Dr. Ray Van Neste, dean of the School of Theology and Missions at Union University in Jackson, Tennessee, delivered OBU’s chapel message Oct. 2. He was on campus as the keynote speaker for the Warren M. Angell College of Fine…
The New Respects Coming to OBU in Concert Oct. 26
September 30, 2019
OBU’s University Concert Series is bringing the group The New Respects to campus Saturday, Oct. 26. The concert will start at 8 p.m. and The New Respects will perform at 9 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Students tickets are $10 and…
Van Neste to Speak During Chapel Service Oct. 2
September 30, 2019
Dr. Ray Van Neste, dean of the School of Theology and Missions at Union University in Jackson, Tennessee, will deliver the chapel message at OBU Wednesday, Oct. 2. His chapel appearance comes while he is on campus serving as the keynote speaker…
Easton Oliver Wins NATAS Heartland Regional Emmy Student Scholarship
September 27, 2019
Easton Oliver, a senior journalism and mass media major at OBU, was recently awarded the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) Heartland Regional Emmy Student Scholarship. The scholarship is a prestigious and highly selective…
ERLC’s Darling Delivers OBU Chapel Message Sept. 25
September 25, 2019
Daniel Darling, vice president of communications of the Ethics and Religious Liberties Commission, delivered a chapel message from Genesis 1 on human dignity. The service took place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium Wednesday, Sept.…
OBU Students Host VBS in Panama During J-Term
September 23, 2019
This story continues a special series, "Why GO? GO Trips 2019." All stories in the series were researched and written by Hannah West, senior communication studies major at OBU and student intern in the Marketing and Communications Office. West…
Rhone Delivers Chapel Message on Habakkuk Sept. 18
September 18, 2019
Tony Rhone, pastor of Galilee Baptist Church in Shawnee, Oklahoma, delivered the chapel message at OBU Wednesday, Sept. 18. The service was held in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium on OBU’s campus in…
OBU Ranked Top Christian, Private University in Oklahoma, Second Overall by EdSmart
September 17, 2019
OBU has been ranked as the highest rated Christian university in the state of Oklahoma by EdSmart, an online college and university rankings service. The University was likewise ranked as the top private university in Oklahoma. OBU took second…
OBU Increases Guaranteed Minimum Scholarships for all New Students Beginning Fall 2020
September 16, 2019
OBU is increasing all scholarships for first-time freshmen by $2,000 per year, making an already affordable private Christian education even more attainable for both first-time freshmen and transfer students. The University is likewise offering…
Apologetics Club to Host Philosophy Forum on Extraterrestrials and Worldview Sept. 13
September 13, 2019
The Mars Hill Student Apologetics Club is hosting the second Philosophy Forum of the fall semester Friday, Sept. 13, from 4-5:15 p.m. The event will take place in Bailey Business Center in the Tulsa Royalties Auditorium. The primary purpose of…
Campus Activities Board to Host ‘Biggie’ Sept. 14
September 13, 2019
Campus Activities Board will host Biggie, its first show of the fall semester, Saturday, Sept. 14, at 8 p.m. The show will take place inside Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. The theme for the show is, “To All the Biggies…
Why are we Called to GO? Dr. Joy Turner Talks Global Outreach and Its Importance at OBU
September 12, 2019
Hannah West, senior communication studies major at OBU, and student intern in the Marketing and Communications Office, sat down recently with Dr. Joy Turner to discuss the importance of GO Trips at OBU. West has served on multiple trips herself…
Ben and Sherry Booz Share Message with Students During GO Week Chapel
September 11, 2019
Husband and wife team Ben and Sherry Booz spoke during OBU chapel services Wednesday, Sept. 11. Their message was part of GO Week and took place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. GO Week (Global Outreach) is an annual week…
Lilite Delivers GO Week Chapel Message Sept. 9
September 10, 2019
Dr. Louima Lilite delivered the GO Week Chapel message Sept. 9 in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium on the OBU campus in Shawnee. GO Week (Global Outreach) is an annual week dedicated to mobilizing students to serve in global missions…
OBU Earns Top Rankings from U.S. News & World Report for 28th Straight Year
September 10, 2019
For the 28th consecutive year, U.S. News and World Report has ranked OBU as one of the top colleges in the nation. U.S. News released the rankings Sept. 9. The rankings are now available online and will be published in the upcoming…
OBU College Players to Present New Works Festival Sept. 13, Kickoff 2019-20 Theatre Season
September 9, 2019
OBU’s College Players along with OBU Theatre will present the seventh annual New Works Festival Friday, Sept. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sarkeys Black Box Theater. Students, faculty and friends alike will enjoy short plays, all created…
OBU Ranked as Top Oklahoma School by Washington Monthly
September 6, 2019
OBU recently took the top spot in the state of Oklahoma in Washington Monthly’s 2019 College and University Rankings. OBU ranked as the top bachelor’s college in Oklahoma for 2019, ranking ahead of the four other Oklahoma…
Dutt, McGahan Join College of Fine Arts Faculty for 2019
September 5, 2019
OBU is pleased to welcome two new faculty members to the Warren M. Angell College of Fine Arts. Christi McGahan joins the faculty as an instructor of journalism and mass media. Dr. Hephzibah Dutt joins the faculty as assistant professor of…
Dr. Heath Thomas Kicks Off Fall Chapel Series with Message from John 10
September 4, 2019
Dr. Heath Thomas, dean of the Hobbs College of Theology and Ministry, delivered OBU’s chapel message Wednesday, Sept. 4. The message kicked off the 2019 Fall Chapel series, themed, “Christ the King.” Thomas taught…
Pastors, Church Leaders Invited to OBU Ministry Conference “To Tell the Story” Oct. 1-2
September 4, 2019
OBU’s Warren M. Angell College of Fine Arts invites church leaders to attend the “To Tell the Story” conference Oct. 1-2 on the OBU campus in Shawnee. Registration is now open until Sept. 17. The conference is…
Visiting Writer Seminars to Welcome Author Ron Hansen Oct. 7-8
August 30, 2019
The Visiting Writer Seminars at OBU will welcome gifted author Ron Hansen to campus Oct. 7-8. Hansen is the author of nine novels, two collections of stories, a children’s book, a collection of essays and several screenplays.…
Fall Philosophy Forum Series to Begin Aug. 30 with Bandy, Anderson
August 29, 2019
OBU kicks off the fall semester of its 2019-20 Philosophy Forum series beginning Friday, Aug. 30. The first event features Dr. Alan Bandy, Rowena Strickland Associate Professor of New Testament, and Dr. Tawa Anderson, associate professor of…
Taylor Addresses OBU Community, Faculty Installed to Academic Positions During Convocation Aug. 28
August 28, 2019
Dr. Pat Taylor, OBU interim president, delivered the 2019 Convocation address Wednesday, Aug. 28, in Raley Chapel's Potter Auditorium on the OBU campus in Shawnee. In his address, he challenged everyone on campus to embody OBU’s…
Five Professors to be Installed to Academic Positions During OBU Convocation Aug. 28
August 27, 2019
Five OBU professors will be installed into academic positions during the University’s annual Convocation Wednesday, Aug. 28. Convocation is the first Wednesday chapel service during the fall semester in which the university president…
OBU Ranks Seventh Nationally, Second in State in New College and University Rankings
August 27, 2019
OBU recently received numerous high marks from College Consensus as part of their 2019 rankings, including a seventh place ranking on a list of Best Online Christian Colleges and Universities in the nation. OBU also ranked second in Best…
New Students Take ‘The Walk,’ Join OBU Family
August 21, 2019
New students took “The Walk” Tuesday night, Aug. 20, on the OBU campus in Shawnee. The Walk is a cherished annual tradition that takes place each August during Welcome Week, and it mirrors the walk that will be taken four…
Shaddix, Dilbeck Speaking for 2019 Fall Challenge Chapels During Welcome Week
August 21, 2019
OBU kicked off its annual Fall Challenge chapel series Tuesday, Aug. 20. The first event took place immediately following The Walk. Fall Challenge is a part of Welcome Week, where new students are welcomed and orientated to life on campus.…
OBU Students ‘Serve Shawnee’ Aug. 19 During ‘Welcome Week’
August 20, 2019
Several hundred OBU students, including freshmen, transfers and upperclassmen, as well as faculty and staff, spent Monday morning, Aug. 19, serving the Shawnee community. The army of volunteers rolled up their sleeves and got to work all around…
Taylor Inspires New Students During President's Vision Aug. 18
August 19, 2019
Dr. Pat Taylor, OBU’s interim president, inspired new students for the year ahead during the traditional President’s Vision address Sunday, Aug. 18. Students gathered on the lawn east of the Geiger Center Sunday evening at 7…
OBU Welcomes More Than 520 New Students to Bison Hill
August 18, 2019
OBU welcomed more than 520 students to campus Saturday, Aug. 17, for the University’s annual Move-In Day. Current students, faculty and staff greeted a class of 451 first-time freshmen and 70 transfer students to campus. Move-in day…
OBU Alumnus Gallagher Wins Emmy for Digital Innovation in Sports
August 13, 2019
Former OBU student Jason Gallagher recently won a national Emmy for Digital Innovation in Sports. Gallagher attended OBU from 2005-2009, and he currently works in video production as senior producer at The Ringer, a sports and pop culture…
Princeton Review Ranks OBU “Best in the West” for 15th Straight Year
August 8, 2019
For the 15th consecutive year, The Princeton Review named OBU one of the best colleges and universities in the western United States. OBU was one of 127 institutions listed in the “Best in the West” section on the…
Auditions for the 2019-20 OBU Shawnee Community Orchestra Set for Aug. 26
August 7, 2019
Auditions for the 19th season of the OBU Shawnee Community Orchestra will be held Monday, Aug. 26, at 7 p.m. in Raley Chapel on OBU’s campus in Shawnee. The orchestra is under the direction of Dr. Teresa Purcell, assistant professor…
OBU Marketing and Communications Team Earns Five Awards at College PR Conference
August 6, 2019
The OBU marketing and communications staff was recently recognized with five awards at the annual Oklahoma College Public Relations Association (OCPRA) conference, hosted July 14-16. The five-member marketing and communications team includes…
Fuller’s “A Little Bit of Everything” Faculty Art Show to Open Aug. 10
August 5, 2019
Corey Fuller, associate professor of graphic design, will host an opening for his art and design show, “A Little Bit of Everything,” Saturday, Aug. 10 from 6:30-9 p.m. in the OBU Art Building. Fuller will also host an artist…
Kubicek, Renowned Leadership Authority, Inspires OBU Staff and Faculty July 23
July 26, 2019
OBU alumnus Jeremie Kubicek led a leadership training session for a group of OBU faculty and staff Tuesday, July 23, on the University’s Shawnee campus. The event was meant to teach and inspire faculty and staff to grow their…
OBU Alumna Katie Thompson Named Oklahoma Teacher of the Year Finalist
July 26, 2019
OBU alumna Katie Thompson has been named a finalist for the 2020 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year award. The announcement was made July 23. The 2020 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year will be named Sept. 17 in a ceremony at the State Fair Park of…
OBU Earns Seven Recognitions as ‘2019-20 College of Distinction’
July 24, 2019
OBU has been named as a 2019-20 College of Distinction, a nationally prestigious designation for universities that demonstrate an innovative application of high impact educational practices. The University was honored as a national College of…
OBU Hosts Annual Pastors School, Equips Leaders with Insights on 1 Peter
July 18, 2019
Eighty-five pastors attended OBU’s 2019 Pastors’ School July 15-17, receiving encouragement, biblically sound teaching and tools to equip them to lead their churches more effectively. The pastors’ school exists to…
OBU MBA Students Publish Research on Software for Electronic Manufacturers
July 12, 2019
Faculty members and MBA students at OBU’s Paul Dickinson College of Business recently published a research study on the disruptive change in today’s innovation. The research, “Disruptive Change in Today’s…
Pastors School Coming July 15-17, Still Time to Register
July 2, 2019
It's not too late to register for the 2019 OBU Pastors' School, coming to Bison Hill July 15-17. The theme for this year's school is “Shepherding the Flock: Insights into 1 Peter.” The pastor’s school is designed…
Enrollment Now Open for Fall Music Lessons and Ensembles at OBU
June 28, 2019
The OBU Music Preparatory Department is accepting enrollment for the fall 2019 semester. The Music Preparatory Department offers music lessons, choirs and group classes for students of all ages. Private lessons are open to students age 6…
ERLC Panels Discuss Current Topics with OBU Faculty at SBC 19
June 26, 2019
OBU hosted two panels to discuss current topics with representatives from the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission Tuesday, June 12, during the South Baptist Convention’s 2019 annual meeting in Birmingham, Alabama. The discussions…
OBU Hosts Baptist21 Panel, Tackles Current Issues at ‘SBC 19’ June 10
June 20, 2019
OBU hosted a Baptist21 discussion panel June 10 during the Southern Baptist Convention’s 2019 annual meeting in Birmingham, Alabama. This panel featured speakers from Baptist 21 including Dr. Ronnie Parrot, Dr. Jed Coppenger, and…
Dr. Lindsey Panxhi to Lead OBU Honors Program
June 12, 2019
Dr. Lindsey Panxhi, assistant professor of English, was recently named director of OBU’s honors program. Panxhi follows Dr. Tawa Anderson, associate professor of philosophy, who served as honors director the past five years. Anderson…
University Presents Hobbs Award to Williams at SBC Annual Meeting
June 11, 2019
OBU presented the Herschel H. Hobbs Award for Distinguished Denominational Service to Pastor K. Marshall Williams Sr., senior pastor of Nazarene Baptist Church of Philadelphia, June 10, during the Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting in…
OBU Business Students Donate More Than $50,000 to Charities and Scholarships
May 24, 2019
OBU business students recently reached a milestone for charitable giving. The University’s introduction to business classes have raised $51,558.17 for charity in recent years through a special entrepreneurial project. Student teams…
OBU President Search Profile Released
May 24, 2019
Carter Baldwin, a national executive search firm, in collaboration with the OBU Presidential Search Committee, has released the OBU President Search profile. The document is available on the Carter Baldwin website, and the search committee is…
OBU Pastors School Coming July 15-17, Early Bird Discount Through May 31
May 22, 2019
The 2019 OBU Pastors’ School is coming July 15-17. An early bird registration discount price of $75 is available through May 31, with the regular price of $99 for registrations June 1 and beyond. Designed to provide pastors with…
OBU Honors 31 Nursing Graduates During Pinning Ceremony May 16
May 21, 2019
OBU honored 31 graduating nurses during the College of Nursing’s Pinning and Lamp Lighting Ceremony held Thursday, May 16. The ceremony took place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium on OBU’s campus in…
OBU Confers Degrees Upon 293 Graduates During 2019 Spring Commencement
May 17, 2019
Oklahoma Baptist University conferred degrees upon 293 graduates during its 105th Spring Commencement Friday, May 17. The event took place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium on OBU’s campus in Shawnee. OBU Interim President…
OBU Presents Highest Awards to Blackstone, Jackson and McQuerry
May 17, 2019
Oklahoma Baptist University presented its highest faculty and staff honors during the university’s 105th Spring Commencement May 17. OBU Interim President Dr. Pat Taylor presented the awards before an overflow audience of more than…
OBU to Hold 105th Spring Commencement in Honor of 293 Graduates
May 17, 2019
OBU will confer degrees upon 293 students during the University’s 105th Spring Commencement Friday, May 17. The ceremony will take place at 3 p.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium on OBU’s campus in Shawnee.…
University Dedicates Collaborative Learning Space for Business Students
May 13, 2019
OBU recently dedicated a new collaborative learning space inside Bailey Business Center on the University’s campus in Shawnee. The dedication ceremony took place Friday, May 10, in tandem with the University’s spring Board…
OBU Board of Trustees Approves Faculty Promotions
May 10, 2019
During their spring meeting on the Shawnee campus May 10, the Oklahoma Baptist University Board of Trustees approved faculty promotions, authorized sabbatical leave and heard updates from the presidential search committee. Chair of the…
OBU Hosts Annual Awards Assembly May 8, Recognizes Outstanding Students
May 9, 2019
OBU recognized outstanding students during its annual awards chapel Wednesday, May 8. The ceremony took place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium, with seniors Chandler Warren and Libby Unruh receiving the highest awards given. The…
Registration Open for OBU’s Annual Pastors School July 15-17
May 7, 2019
OBU will host the 2019 Pastors’ School, “Shepherding the Flock: Insights into 1 Peter,” July 15-17. Designed to provide pastors with practical strategies for equipping the church, the event will offer breakout…
OBU Teacher Education Students Host STEM Event for Area Fourth-Graders
May 2, 2019
Education majors in OBU’s teacher education math and science methods courses recently hosted a STEM Day of Learning titled “Avengers: Becoming Junior Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” Fourth-grade students from Will Rogers…
Philosophy Forum to Feature Faculty Panel on Climate Change and Creation Care May 3
May 2, 2019
The 2019 Philosophy Forum series will continue Friday, May 3, on the OBU campus in Shawnee. The forum will feature a faculty panel discussing the theme “What Should Christians Think (and Do) about Climate Change and Creation…
University Holds Annual Summer Commissioning Chapel May 1
May 1, 2019
On Wednesday, May 1, OBU recognized all of the students, faculty and staff who will be serving this summer on Global Outreach Trips, in internships or at camps. The commissioning chapel service took place inside Raley Chapel’s Potter…
OBU Broadcast Journalism Students Compete in OBEA Annual Media Competition
April 30, 2019
A group of OBU broadcast journalism students recently competed in the media competition at the annual conference hosted by the Oklahoma Broadcast Education Association. The award ceremony was held April 4 at the Skirvin Hilton in Oklahoma City.…
OBU Enrolls Nearly 300 New Students on Priority Enrollment Day April 27
April 29, 2019
OBU enrolled nearly 300 new students on its annual Priority Enrollment Day, held Saturday, April 27, on the University’s campus in Shawnee. The event opens enrollment for freshman and transfer students for the incoming class of new…
OBU Bison Debate Finishes Third in Nation, Takes Home Individual National Honors
April 26, 2019
The OBU Bison Debate team recently traveled to Louisiana State University-Shreveport for the International Public Debate Association National Conference and Tournament. The event took place March 13-16 and OBU students earned numerous…
OBU Theatre’s ‘Three Sisters’ Opens Tonight, Runs April 25-28
April 25, 2019
OBU Theatre’s production of “Three Sisters” hits the stage tonight and runs April 25-28. Tickets remain available for the four-performance run, and the production will take place in Sarkeys Black Box Theater on the…
Allen to Speak at OBU Spring Commencement May 17
April 24, 2019
OBU will host its 2019 Spring Commencement Friday, May 17, at 3 p.m. Commencement will take place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium on OBU’s campus in Shawnee. Tickets are required for admission, but a video stream will be…
Fred “Chip” Luter III Delivers April 24 Chapel Message
April 24, 2019
Fred “Chip” Luter III, campus pastor at Idlewild Baptist Church in Sulphur Springs, Florida, delivered the OBU chapel message Wednesday, April 24. Based on John 21, Luter’s message centered on a theme of…
Fred “Chip” Luter III to Speak During Chapel April 24
April 23, 2019
Fred “Chip” Luter III will deliver the April 24 chapel message at OBU. The service will take place at 10 a.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. Luter is the campus pastor of Idlewild Baptist Church’s…
Pianist Kiu Tung Poon Coming to Bison Hill May 7-8 for Residency, Recital
April 22, 2019
Chinese pianist Kiu Tung Poon will visit OBU May 7 and 8 for a guest artist residency, hosted by the Warren M. Angell College of Fine Arts Division of Music. Poon will present a piano masterclass, a lecture-demonstration and a recital.The piano…
OBU Students Attend Central States Communication Association Conference April 3-6
April 18, 2019
Eleven OBU students and three faculty attended the Central States Communication Association Conference in Omaha, Nebraska, April 3-6 to present their communication research projects. The group of presenting students included nine communication…
OBU Campus Worships Together During Holy Week Chapel April 17
April 17, 2019
On Wednesday, April 17, students and faculty gathered in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium to worship for Holy Week, an annual OBU tradition on the Wednesday preceding Easter. The chapel service featured music led by a variety of…
Matthew Giudice Senior Art and Design Exhibit April 13-25
April 17, 2019
Matthew Giudice, senior graphic design major from Edmond, Oklahoma, is displaying his senior art show April 13 through April 25. The exhibit is located in OBU’s Art Building and is a culmination of Giudice’s work in art and…
OBU Recognizes Employees for 440 Years of Service
April 16, 2019
OBU hosted its 2019 Service Awards Luncheon Tuesday, April 16, on its campus in Shawnee. The annual event recognizes employees for milestone years of service. This year, the University recognized 38 employees for a combined 440 years of…
OBU-Shawnee Community Orchestra to Perform Spring Concert April 23
April 16, 2019
The OBU-Shawnee Community Orchestra will perform their annual spring concert Tuesday, April 23, in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. The event is free and the public is invited. The musical evening will feature works by…
Angell College of Fine Arts to Host “To Tell the Story” Conference for Church Leaders Oct. 1-2
April 15, 2019
OBU’s Warren M. Angell College of Fine Arts invites church leaders to attend the “To Tell the Story” conference Oct. 1-2 on the OBU campus in Shawnee. Registration is now open at…
OBU Theatre to Present Chekhov’s ‘Three Sisters’ April 25-28
April 12, 2019
OBU Theatre will present “Three Sisters,” hitting the stage April 25-28. The play was written by Anton Chekhov and translated to English by Laurence Senelick. The production will take place in Sarkeys Black Box Theater. The…
Bandy Brings Chapel Message on Job April 10
April 10, 2019
Dr. Alan Bandy, Rowena R. Strickland Associate Professor of New Testament, delivered the chapel message Wednesday, April 10, at OBU. The chapel continued the 2018-19 chapel series, “Fully Devoted to Christ: What could God do with one…
University Chorale to Host Spring Concert April 16
April 9, 2019
The University Chorale will host its spring concert April 16. The performance, titled, “The Lord is Ris’n Indeed,” will take place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. and is free of charge.…
OBU Alumnus Peter Wilson Speaks at Spring Business Forum April 8
April 8, 2019
On Monday, April 8, students and faculty gathered in Bailey Business Center to attend the Paul Dickinson College of Business spring business forum. Peter Wilson, OBU alumnus and president of PTLA Real Estate Group of Walnut Creek, California,…
Teacher Education Majors Inspire Local Fifth Graders at “Undercover Mission Around the World” Interactive Museum
April 5, 2019
Teacher education students at OBU hosted an interactive social studies museum for local fifth-grade students Friday, March 29, on OBU’s campus in Shawnee. This semester’s theme was titled, “Undercover Mission…
SGA Hosts Hyde Park Chapel and Holds Elections April 3, Announces Election Results
April 4, 2019
The Student Government Association at OBU held their annual spring elections Wednesday, April 3. Polls opened at 11 a.m. following the annual Hyde Park Chapel and closed at 5 p.m.SGA announced the results of the election shortly after the polls…
Seven Who Care Honored by SGA During Hyde Park Chapel
April 3, 2019
OBU students honored seven faculty and staff members Wednesday, April 3, for their contributions to the campus community. The honorees received the Seven Who Care Award during the university’s annual Hyde Park Day chapel service in…
OBU Hosts Arbor Day Event, Plants Cedar of Lebanon
April 2, 2019
OBU hosted its annual Arbor Day tree planting event Tuesday, April 2. The University planted a Cedar of Lebanon in an area between WMU and Shawnee Hall, near the northwest corner of the Oval on the OBU campus in Shawnee.Lisa Hair, groundskeeper…
Real Estate President and OBU Alumnus Wilson to Speak at Business Forum April 8
April 2, 2019
The Paul Dickinson College of Business at OBU will host its next Business Forum Monday, April 8. The event will take place at 10 a.m. in the Tulsa Royalties Auditorium in Bailey Business Center on the OBU campus in Shawnee. The guest…
Enactus Hosts Second Spero Sprint April 6, Registration Open
April 1, 2019
By Kedrick Nettleton, Faith Editor of “The Bison” Student Newspaper As winter gives way to spring and the air starts warming up, it’s a great time for students to get active. This April, there’s…
University to Plant Cedar of Lebanon April 2 During Arbor Day Observance
April 1, 2019
OBU will host its annual Arbor Day tree planting event Tuesday, April 2, at 2 p.m., between WMU and Shawnee Hall, near the northwest corner of the Oval on the OBU campus in Shawnee. The University will be planting a Cedar of Lebanon, rich in…
Dr. Samuel Thomas Delivers Chapel Message March 27
March 27, 2019
Dr. Samuel Thomas, president of Hopegivers International, delivered the chapel address March 27 in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. He taught from Luke 8:22-25 and spoke about God’s faithfulness. He shared his personal…
Sixth Annual Bison Hill Jazz Festival to Feature Composer and Trombonist Wiest in Concert
March 27, 2019
The sixth annual Bison Hill Jazz Festival is coming to the OBU campus Thursday, April 4. As part of the festivities, the OBU Bison Jazz Orchestra will host a concert that evening at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. The…
True Voice to Host Concert April 1 with Guest Artists ‘Doxology’
March 26, 2019
True Voice, OBU’s 12-member acapella ensemble, will host its spring concert Monday, April 1. The concert will be held in Raley Chapel’s Yarborough Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. The concert is free and open to the entire…
OBU Mourns Passing of Coach Sam Freas
March 25, 2019
Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of Samuel James Freas II: Friday April 5, 2019, 4 pm at Raley ChapelOklahoma Baptist University500 W. University, Shawnee, OK 74804 Legendary Oklahoma Baptist coach Dr. Sam Freas, who led OBU to seven…
OBU Recognized as a ‘Tree Campus USA’ for 2018, Sets Arbor Day Planting for April 2
March 21, 2019
OBU has been honored for the second consecutive year with the “Tree Campus USA” recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for the University’s commitment to effective urban forest management. The Tree Campus USA…
OBU Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic to Host Community Open House April 2
March 20, 2019
OBU’s Kemp Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic will host a community open house Tuesday, April 2, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The Kemp MFT Clinic is located at 2206 N. Kickapoo in Shawnee. The open house was rescheduled from a previous…
OBU Theatre Earns Recognition at Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival
March 19, 2019
Students from OBU's theatre department were recently featured at the Region VI Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) in Abilene, Texas. The KCACTF is a national theatre program dedicated to the improvement of collegiate…
OBU Trustees Approve Budget, Search Committee Elects Officers
March 15, 2019
OBU trustees approved the 2019-20 budget and faculty contracts while also conducting additional required business during their special called meeting Friday, March 15. Prior to the board meeting, the presidential search committee met to elect…
Katherine Wolf Inspires Students with Message of ‘Healing Hope’
March 14, 2019
On Wednesday, March 13, students and faculty gathered in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium for the Woman’s Mission and Ministry Day with guest speaker Katherine Wolf. She shared her remarkable story of suffering from a brain…
University Chorale Announces Spring Tour Dates April 7-9
March 14, 2019
The University Chorale, under the direction of Dr. Brent Ballweg, recently announced their spring concert tour dates throughout Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. The tour performances will run April 7 through 9. The group is the premiere mixed…
Business College Alumni Share Wisdom with Current Students
March 11, 2019
The Paul Dickinson College of Business at OBU hosted its spring business forum Friday, March 8. The event took place in Tulsa Royalties Auditorium inside Bailey Business Center on the OBU campus in Shawnee. The forum included a panel with three…
Katherine Wolf to Bring Message of ‘Healing Hope’ to Woman’s Mission and Ministry Day Chapel March 13
March 8, 2019
Katherine Wolf will bring her message of “healing hope” to the Woman’s Mission and Ministry Day chapel service March 13 at OBU. The event will take place at 10 a.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium.…
Student Preacher Thomas Shroder Presents Chapel Message March 6
March 7, 2019
Student preacher Thomas Shroder delivered the chapel message Wednesday, March 6, in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. His message focused on Ephesians 1:15-23 and he emphasized our personal relationships with God. Shroder was selected…
Petty Delivers Inspiring Message at OBU Green and Gold Gala
March 6, 2019
NASCAR driver, TV personality and humanitarian Kyle Petty inspired the audience to change their perspective to focus on helping others, as he delivered the keynote address during OBU’s seventh annual Green and Gold Gala. The event…
Three Dickinson College Alumni to Speak at OBU Business Forum Friday, March 8
March 4, 2019
The Paul Dickinson College of Business at OBU will host its next Business Forum Friday, March 8. The event will take place at 10 a.m. in the Tulsa Royalties Auditorium in Bailey Business Center on the OBU campus in Shawnee.The forum will…
Caleb Cole Senior Art and Design Exhibit Running Through March 7
March 1, 2019
Caleb Cole, senior graphic design major from Norman, Oklahoma, is currently displaying his senior art show through March 7. The exhibit is displayed in OBU’s Art Building and is a culmination of Cole’s work in art and design…
Dr. Robert Stewart Coming to Bison Hill for Philosophy Forum Feb. 28 - March 1
February 26, 2019
OBU will host Dr. Robert Stewart Feb. 28 and March 1 for two lectures as part of the Philosophy Forum series. Stewart is the Greer-Heard Chair of Faith and Culture and professor of philosophy and theology at New Orleans Baptist Theological…
OBU to Host Black History Month Lecture and Film Screening Feb. 27
February 25, 2019
OBU will host two Black History Month events Wednesday, Feb. 27. Judge Ashleigh Parker Dunston will present a lecture in Stavros Hall 214 at 4 p.m. A screening of the documentary film, “13th,” will follow that evening at 8…
Tickets remain for Green and Gold Gala March 5
February 21, 2019
Tickets remain for OBU’s annual Green and Gold Gala March 5 at the Chevy Bricktown Events Center in Oklahoma City. NASCAR driver, TV personality and humanitarian Kyle Petty, son of Richard “The King” Petty and…
Moore Challenges Students to “Find Your Story”
February 20, 2019
Dr. Walker Moore, internationally recognized speaker, author and missionary, delivered the OBU chapel address Wednesday, Feb. 20, to students, faculty and staff gathered in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. His message was about…
Bisonette Glee Club to Perform in Texas, Oklahoma During Spring Tour March 7-10
February 20, 2019
The 50-voice Bisonette Glee Club, the women’s choir from Oklahoma Baptist University, will perform several concerts for the public during their spring 2019 tour March 7-10. The group performs regionally each year in churches, schools…
OBU Music to Present “Laugh It Is” Opera Scenes Performance Feb. 21-22
February 15, 2019
Oklahoma Baptist University’s Division of Music presents, “Laugh It Is: An Evening of Fun and Laughter,” Feb. 21 and 22 at 7:30 p.m. in Yarborough Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public. The…
Lawless Delivers Focus Week Chapel Message Feb. 13
February 13, 2019
Dr. Chuck Lawless, professor of evangelism and missions, dean of doctoral studies, and vice president for spiritual formation and ministry centers at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, delivered the chapel message Wednesday, Feb. 13, in…
OBU Trustees Name Interim President, Approve Presidential Search Committee
February 8, 2019
During their spring semester meeting Friday, Feb. 8, Oklahoma Baptist University trustees approved a recommendation to employ former Southwest Baptist University President Dr. C. Pat Taylor as OBU’s interim president. Trustees also…
Discover Teaching Event Coming to Firelake Arena Feb. 12
February 8, 2019
OBU’s Division of Teacher Education along with Seminole State College will host the Discover Teaching Event at the Firelake Arena in Shawnee Feb. 12 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Firelake Arena is located at 18145 Rangeline Road. This free…
Oklahoma Information Security Tour Coming to Bison Hill Feb. 13
February 8, 2019
OBU will be hosting the Oklahoma Information Security Tour Wednesday, Feb. 13, on the University’s Shawnee campus. The event is hosted by OneNet along with Alias Forensics. Alias Forensics held a similar event, a CyberSecurity…
Lawless, Phillips to Speak During Focus Week Feb. 11-15
February 7, 2019
OBU will welcome Dr. Chuck Lawless to campus for its annual Focus Week event Feb. 11-15. Lawless will speak during chapel services Feb. 11 and 13 at 10 a.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. Clay Phillips, director of student…
Fisher Delivers Message as OBU Celebrates Annual Founder’s Day Chapel
February 6, 2019
OBU observed its annual Founder’s Day celebration during the chapel service Wednesday, Feb. 6. The event was held in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium on the OBU campus in Shawnee. Founder’s Day is held annually to…
Spring Philosophy Forum Series to Feature Dr. Paul Gould Feb. 8
February 5, 2019
The spring 2019 Philosophy Forum series will begin Friday, Feb. 8, on the OBU campus in Shawnee. Dr. Paul Gould, author and lecturer, will deliver a talk themed, “Rediscovering the Discarded Image.” The event will take place…
Dr. Todd Fisher to speak at Founder’s Day Chapel Feb. 6
February 5, 2019
OBU will observe its annual Founder’s Day celebration during the chapel service Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 10 a.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. Dr. Todd Fisher, senior pastor at Immanuel Baptist Church of Shawnee, will…
OBU Theatre to Stage Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Feb. 15-17
February 1, 2019
The theatre department at OBU will perform “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” Feb. 15-17. The play is based on the novel by Lewis Carroll and adapted by Simon Reade. Performances will take place in Shawnee…
45th Annual Concerto-Aria to Feature Ten Students with Orchestra Feb. 17
January 31, 2019
The 45th annual Concerto-Aria concert will be held in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium Sunday evening, Feb. 17. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and will feature 10 students. The performance is free and members of the public are…
Dr. A.B. Vines Delivers Chapel Message Jan. 30
January 30, 2019
Students and faculty gathered together in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium Wednesday, Jan. 30, for the first chapel of the spring semester. Dr. A.B. Vines, senior pastor at New Seasons Church in San Diego, California, spoke about…
A.B. Vines to Speak Jan 30, Kickoff OBU Spring Chapel Series
January 28, 2019
Dr. A.B. Vines, senior pastor at New Seasons Church in San Diego, California, will deliver the chapel message Wednesday, Jan. 30, at OBU in Shawnee. The service will take place in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium and will kickoff…
Kimray CEO to Speak at Free OBU Hosted Luncheon Feb. 7
January 25, 2019
OBU will host its next Bison Connections luncheon Feb. 7, at Jasco’s Paul K. Thompson Event Center in Oklahoma City, located at 10 E. Memorial Road. Thomas Hill III, CEO of Kimray, Inc., will speak on “Recovering Leadership:…
NASCAR Driver and Humanitarian Kyle Petty to Speak at OBU's Green and Gold Gala March 5
January 10, 2019
NASCAR driver and humanitarian Kyle Petty, son of Richard “The King” Petty and grandson to NASCAR forefather Lee Petty, will be the keynote speaker at OBU’s annual Green and Gold Gala. The event will take place…
Habermas, Noted Theologian, to Speak at OBU
January 10, 2019
The philosophy department of OBU’s Hobbs College of Theology and Ministry is proud to partner with First Baptist Church McLoud in welcoming Dr. Gary Habermas, research professor of philosophy at Liberty University, to Bison Hill for a…
OBU President David W. Whitlock Announces Retirement
January 8, 2019
After more than 10 years of service, Oklahoma Baptist University President Dr. David W. Whitlock has announced his retirement from the University. Whitlock will step out of his role as president Jan. 8 and serve the remainder of the academic…